How to Know When to Change Your Oil at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy)
June 5, 2018
Today in the Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) auto care blog, we're going to talk to Chicago drivers about oil change intervals. It seems that as engine technology advances, oil change intervals become longer for Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) customers. For example, recently four of the world's lar... More
Super Slick at Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) in Chicago: Synthetic Oil
November 27, 2017
When you get an oil change, it's always a safe bet to just use the type of oil the manufacturer recommends. But sometimes we're asked if we'd like conventional or synthetic motor oil. We glance at the price tags on the two options and choose the cheaper one. But in this case, the more expensive ... More
Need a New Battery? Call Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) Today
August 22, 2017
Hello Chicago drivers! Need a new battery? There is a good chance that you do 70% of batteries need to be replaced within four years. As your battery discharges and then recharges as you drive around Chicago, bits of the surface of the battery plates disintegrate. As this process continues over... More
Using Proper Fluids in Your vehicle
July 31, 2017
Today, Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) is writing about the proper fluids for your vehicle. It's become more complicated with changes in automotive design and manufacturing. It's not that people in Chicago are confused as much as they don't realize how much things have changed in recent years. If ... More
Battery Basics for Chicago
March 21, 2017
It's important for Chicago drivers to know battery basics. First, let's talk about which is harder on a battery hot or cold Illinois weather. Most Chicago area drivers think it's cold weather because that's when we call on our batteries to have enough power to start a cold vehicle engine. Howev... More
Does My Choice in Oil Affect Change Intervals?
October 25, 2016
Oil changes are probably the most recognized service on a vehicle. Almost all Chicago residents know about them. But do we know enough?Several decades ago, oil changes were fairly standard: every three months or 3,000 miles or 5,000 kilometers. But recent advances in both engine technology and o... More
Battery Maintenance Tips From Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy)
September 6, 2016
When it comes to your vehicle, it all starts with the battery. Proper battery maintenance is important for two reasons:First, your vehicle won't start or run without it. Second, it is the key to the long life of your auto electrical system. If your battery isn't working efficiently, your alterna... More
Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) Advice on What to Pour into Your Vehicle
August 23, 2016
Changes in vehicle design and manufacture have resulted in changed fluid requirements for our vehicles. With the sophistication of engines, transmissions, differentials, etc., it's best for Chicago residents to always use the proper type of fluid for their vehicle. Using incorrect fluids can act... More
Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) Guide to Using the Correct Fluids in Your Vehicle
May 16, 2016
Today's Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) post focuses on using coolant. If you pour in the wrong kind, it won't protect the cooling system and may even void the warranty. Check your vehicle owner's manual. Of course, your Tuffy Chicago (Diversey Pkwy) service advisor will know the proper coolant f... More
Charge It in Chicago for Extended Battery Life
February 25, 2016
Here's an interesting statistic for our in Chicago, Illinois, drivers: Only 30 percent of car batteries make it to 48 months. And the life expectancy varies by where you live. It ranges from 51 months in extremely cold areas to just 30 months in extremely hot climates.Why is that? It turns out t... More